Most students compare business schools in Europe by reputation first and quietly hope the fee works out later. At the Bucharest University of Economic Studies, you get to flip that order: the published yearly tuition for a non-EU bachelor’s student is €3,500, a number low enough that it’s worth checking what you actually get for it before you look anywhere else.
Illustration only. Figures are ASE’s published 2026-2027 rates for non-EU students.
But a low fee only matters if you can get through the door: the right documents, attested and apostilled, submitted on time, followed by a visa file that holds up at the embassy. Miss a step and the cheap seat turns into a lost year.
This guide covers fees, English-taught programmes, deadlines, documents, English tests, rankings, housing, work rights and the visa — every figure from ASE’s own admission pages unless stated otherwise. If you plan to study in Romania, keep this page open beside your documents folder.
Is the Bucharest University of Economic Studies Good for Pakistani Students?
The Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE), known in Romanian as Academia de Studii Economice din București, is a public university in the Romanian capital with a long record in economics, business and public administration. It is separate from the University of Bucharest, also a public university in the city. It teaches bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and MBA programmes, and international students can study in English, French or German.
In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, ASE rose in both of its flagship fields, and reports it remains Romania’s national leader in Economics and Econometrics.
In short: ASE is a solid, recognised economics university with improving rankings, not a top-100 global business school. Its real strengths for Pakistani students are an affordable published fee, a capital-city location and English-taught programmes. We could not find an official acceptance rate, so treat any percentage quoted elsewhere as unverified.
Related readingComparing Bucharest options? Read our University of Bucharest guide for international students.
Bucharest University of Economic Studies Fees for International Students (2026/27)
ASE’s Academic Senate sets tuition every year, so figures can change. Here are the 2026-2027 rates for non-EU applicants.
| Level | Tuition per year | Registration fee | First-year total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s (English) | €3,500 | €350 | €3,850 |
| Master’s (English) | €4,500 | €450 | €4,950 |
Source: ASE international admission pages, 2026-2027, checked in October 2026. Special MBAs are priced separately.
Tuition alone runs to about €10,500 across a three-year bachelor’s and €9,000 across a two-year master’s. ASE doesn’t say whether the registration fee is one-time or yearly, so confirm before budgeting. Third-party listing sites often show outdated or EU-mixed figures — ASE’s own 2026-2027 page is the number to trust.
Programs Taught in English at ASE Bucharest
ASE’s international pages list the following English-taught programmes for non-EU applicants in 2026-2027.
Bachelor’s 8
- Accounting and Management Information Systems
- Business Administration
- Business Administration in Trading, Tourism, Services, Commodity Science and Quality Management
- Economic Informatics
- Finance and Banking
- International Business and Economics
- Management
- Marketing
Master’s 10
- Accounting, Audit and Management Information Systems
- Applied Finance
- Business Strategy and Leadership
- Master in Entrepreneurship
- Master of Business Analytics
- Informatic Security
- International Business Management
- Digital Business and Innovation
- Blockchain for Business
- Integrated Business Systems
ASE also runs special MBA programmes with their own entry rules and fees:
Programmes in French and German exist too; choosing a Romanian-taught programme without the language means a preparatory year first.
Email internationaladmission@ase.ro and ask two things in writing: is the registration fee one-time or yearly, and what is the payment deadline? A written answer protects you from surprises after you transfer money.
Not sure if €3,500 is really the final number for you?
Send your transcripts, your target programme and your budget on WhatsApp. Global Migration Advisors will walk you through ASE’s real first-year total, the attestation and apostille steps, and what your Romania visa file needs from Pakistan.
How to Apply to ASE Bucharest from Pakistan
If you want to study in Romania from Pakistan, ASE has moved its 2026-2027 process fully online, through its international admission platform. Here’s the route.
- Check eligibility
Bachelor’s applicants must apply within three years of passing the baccalaureate-equivalent exam, with an average of at least 6 for English-taught programmes. Master’s rules are listed on ASE’s separate master’s page.
- Prepare your documents
Get your FSc/HSSC certificate and marksheets verified by your Board, attested by IBCC, then apostilled by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Pakistan joined the Apostille Convention in 2023.
- Upload your file
Submit everything on ASE’s online platform within the published window.
- Get your Letter of Acceptance
ASE checks your file and the Ministry of Education issues the letter. ASE says this step can take up to 30 days.
- Apply for your visa
Apply at the Romanian Embassy once you hold the letter. The visa procedure can also take up to 30 days, so apply as early as you can.
- Register in Romania
Register in person at ASE with your original documents and your visa-stamped passport.
Documents cause more delays than anything else, so here is what ASE asks for in the application file.
| Document | What ASE requires |
|---|---|
| Application form | Current-year ASE form with photo |
| Diploma and transcripts | Board-verified, IBCC-attested and apostilled by MOFA |
| Language certificate | If applicable (see the English-test section below) |
| Birth certificate | Copy of your birth certificate |
| Medical certificate | Stating you are fit for university studies |
| Passport copy | Clear copy of the identity page |
Source: ASE international admission pages, checked on 10 October 2026. At registration in Romania, bring the originals, two 3/4 photos and your visa-stamped passport. Confirm the exact format of each document with internationaladmission@ase.ro before you upload.
Where do you get your documents checked in Pakistan? Your FSc/HSSC documents go through three official stops, in this order:
First, your Board verifies the certificate and marksheets. Next, the Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC) attests them; it also asks for your SSC (Matric) certificate when attesting the HSSC certificate. Finally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) places the apostille. If you studied A-Levels or another foreign system, you also need an IBCC equivalence certificate. Fees and timelines change, so check the IBCC and MOFA Pakistan websites before you start (checked on 10 October 2026).
Make a single checklist folder, one document per file, named clearly. Before you upload, compare every name, date and grade across all your papers so nothing contradicts anything else.
Admission Dates and Deadlines for ASE Bucharest
For 2026-2027, ASE ran non-EU admissions on this calendar.
The 2026-2027 window has closed, but attestation, apostille and your visa file all take time. Start your documents today, and email internationaladmission@ase.ro to ask whether any late option exists this year.
That window has now closed. ASE hasn’t published dates for the next intake, so watch its admission page and expect a similar spring-to-summer window.
Does ASE Bucharest Require IELTS? Which English Tests Are Accepted?
Short answer: no, IELTS is not compulsory. ASE accepts proof of English in more than one way, and an English-medium school record can replace a test altogether.
Four years of study in English. If you can prove, with documents, at least four years of academic study in English, you do not need a language certificate.
Official-language exemption. ASE exempts applicants from states whose official language is the study language. English is one of Pakistan’s official languages, but ASE does not say whether it counts Pakistani applicants, so ask in writing before relying on this.
An accepted certificate. These are the English certificates and minimum scores on ASE’s Faculty of Business Administration (FABIZ) admission page for the English-taught bachelor’s programme.
| Accepted test | Minimum required |
|---|---|
| Cambridge First Certificate (FCE) | Accepted (ASE’s regulation sets a minimum score of 160) |
| Cambridge CAE or CPE | Accepted |
| Cambridge BEC Vantage or Higher | Accepted |
| IELTS | Band 6.0 |
| TOEFL | 87 |
| BULATS | 60 |
Source and date: FABIZ admission page (en.fabiz.ase.ro/admission), which shows the 2026-2027 admission schedule. The page does not show its own publication date. Scores verified on 10 October 2026. ASE’s bachelor’s admission regulation for 2026-2027 (Annex 10, approved 17 December 2025 and amended on 25 March and 5 June 2026) lists lower minimums for IELTS (5.5) and TOEFL (46), so two ASE sources differ. Plan for the higher scores and ask ASE in writing which applies to your programme.
Which scores should you aim for? Aim for IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 87. ASE’s doctoral admission documents for 2025-2026 use the same two figures, and a programme page can set its own rules, so always follow the page of the exact programme you choose.
Rules to know: the cheat sheet.
- Certificate levelB2 or higher
- Skills coveredAll of them
- ValidityValid when you apply
- BULATSRetired, skip itCambridge replaced it with Linguaskill
- Duolingo or PTEAsk ASE firstNot on the list
Partial-skill certificates are rejected. Any other certificate needs prior approval from ASE’s Department of Modern Languages and Business Communication. And if you studied at an accredited English-medium high school, FABIZ says you may be exempt from the test altogether.
No certificate? ASE’s non-EU regulation mentions a language test after arrival in Romania for applicants without a recognised certificate, with admission conditional until they pass. Do not rely on this: it is not guaranteed for every intake. Ask internationaladmission@ase.ro whether it is open to you before you decide to skip a test.
Student Accommodation and Cost of Living in Bucharest
ASE has 12 residence halls with 4,300+ places, in rooms of two to four. Its housing page, last updated in 2021, listed campus rooms at 200–300 lei a month — confirm the current price.
The catch: ASE guarantees housing only for scholarship and exchange students. Everyone else can request a place through the international department, but it’s not promised, and the university doesn’t arrange private accommodation.
- Campus room, shared, per month200–300 leiASE page, updated 2021
- Private one-room apartment, per month€200–400Utilities not included
- Private two-room apartment, per month€300–500Utilities not included
Rent figures are from ASE’s own housing page. Add food, transport, internet and health insurance to build your monthly budget.
Can Pakistani Students Work While Studying in Romania?
Yes, with limits. Students holding a valid study residence permit can work part-time without a separate work permit, but only under an individual part-time employment contract. Under the latest IGI guidance, the limit is up to 6 hours per day during studies. Older sources, including the EU immigration portal, still mention 4 hours per day, so confirm the current limit with ASE’s international office or the Immigration Inspectorate before signing any contract. It is useful pocket money, not a way to pay tuition.
After graduation, eligible graduates can apply for a stay extension of up to 9 months to look for a job and complete employment formalities. This is not automatic, and you need the relevant documents and approval. Graduates of a Romanian institution can also request to extend their stay for work with a full-time contract related to their field of study.
Romania Student Visa for ASE Students: What to Expect
Pakistani students need a D/SD long-stay visa, applied for at the Romanian Embassy once the Letter of Acceptance is issued, followed by a temporary residence permit after arrival — the visa itself is only the entry ticket.
Romania’s Immigration Inspectorate lists the core requirements: proof of acceptance, proof of at least one year’s tuition paid, proof of funds at or above the national minimum wage per month, and proof of accommodation. The consular fee is around €300 — confirm current amounts on the embassy site and eviza.mae.ro before paying.
Related readingPrepare for the embassy with our guide to Romania student visa interview questions and answers.
Pros and Cons of Studying at ASE Bucharest
No university suits everyone, so here is the balanced picture.
- Clear, published fees of €3,500 and €4,500 a year
- Eighteen English-taught programmes across business and economics
- A capital-city setting with an EU address
- QS subject rankings that are moving up
- Heavy paperwork: Board, IBCC and MOFA steps
- Housing is not guaranteed for self-funded students
- Business rankings sit in the 501–550 band, not the top tier
- Daily life is easier if you learn some Romanian
Is Romania itself the right destination? We cover that country-level question separately.
Related readingStill deciding on the country? Read is Romania a good option for Pakistani students before you commit.
Either way, the strongest applicants are rarely the ones with the highest grades — they’re the ones whose file is complete, consistent and early.
Work backwards from the opening date. Count the weeks needed for Board verification, IBCC attestation, the MOFA apostille, upload, the Ministry’s letter and the visa, then add a buffer. Paperwork is the part of the process you fully control.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bucharest University of Economic Studies a good university?
It is a respected public economics university. QS 2025 ranks it 351–400 in Economics and Econometrics and 501–550 in Business and Management, and it is Romania’s leader in the first field.
How much are ASE fees for international students?
For 2026-2027, non-EU bachelor’s students pay €3,500 a year plus a €350 registration fee, and master’s students pay €4,500 a year plus a €450 registration fee.
Does ASE offer programmes in English?
Yes. ASE lists 8 bachelor’s and 10 master’s programmes taught in English, plus special MBA programmes with their own fees.
What was the application deadline?
For 2026-2027, applications ran from 1 April to 30 August 2026, with registration from 8 to 30 September 2026. Dates for the next intake have not been published yet.
Do I need IELTS for ASE?
No. IELTS (minimum band 6.0 on ASE’s FABIZ English-programme page, checked on 10 October 2026) is one accepted option among several. You can also use TOEFL (87), another accepted certificate, show four years of study in English, or qualify under an exemption. ASE’s non-EU regulation also mentions a language test after arrival, but it is not guaranteed for every intake, so confirm with ASE first.
Does ASE provide hostels for international students?
ASE has 12 residence halls, but housing is guaranteed only for scholarship and exchange students. Other students can request a place, subject to availability.
Can Pakistani students work in Romania?
Yes. With a valid study residence permit, students can work part-time without a separate work permit, under an individual part-time contract, for up to 6 hours per day according to recent IGI guidance. Confirm the current limit before signing a contract.
Which visa do I need to study in Romania?
You need a D/SD long-stay study visa from the Romanian Embassy, then a temporary residence permit after you arrive.
Final Thoughts
ASE Bucharest offers something rare: a published, modest fee, a capital-city campus and a wide menu of English-taught business programmes. It won’t suit everyone, but for the right profile it’s a smart, affordable way to study in Romania with a recognised economics brand behind your degree.
Winning a seat comes down to preparation, so build your file early. For a second opinion on your profile, speak with professional study abroad consultants for Romania. Fees, dates and rules change yearly, so confirm every detail with ASE and the embassy before you pay or apply.
